Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, March 21, 1955. Aiken updates Gardner on buying a second home. He thanks Gardner for saying that she likes his poems. Aiken also informs Gardner that her new book will have to remain at the publishers for longer…
Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, May 7, 1964. Aiken updates Gardner on what is happening in his life, his wife Mary's health, and mentions the health of an "Ole Man". Aiken tells Gardner of the success of Mary's paintings.
Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, May 9, 1956. Aiken tells Gardner of his positive impressions of the poetry of Smith Oliver. He makes suggestions to get Oliver's work widely read. Aiken also mentions buying a house, but the cost might be too much…
Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner. Aiken wants to know if Gardner will be stopping by for dinner at 6pm. He asks that if she calls him, she should call after 5:30pm.
Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, November 26, 1958. Aiken updates Gardner on his health issues. He asks Gardner to tell R.H.(a woman) to stop doing something that is upsetting to both Aiken and his wife Mary. He also invites Gardner to D.C. or…
Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, October 22, 1956. Aiken would like for Gardner to look up his friends that have recently moved to Chicago (Carroll Bowen & family). He mentioned Bosquet wants to lecture --but in French (so this may be a problem)
Conrad Aiken to Isabella Gardner, September 10, 1956. Aiken tells Gardner that he mentioned Smith Oliver's work to Cheryl Crawford. He asks Gardner if she is interested in renting his house for the summer for $500 per month. Aiken mentions that…